Engine - Install Updated Crankcase Oil Baffle: Overview

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TO: OUR MERCEDES-BENZ PASSENGER CAR DEALERS

DATE: July, 1992


REF. NO. MBNA 01/7b


Revision: Revised damage code and time allowances on page 3 of Work Instructions 01/270. S.I. 01/7 has been revised with prefix MBNA. Please exchange both items.


SUBJECT: MODEL 126.134/135 WITH ENGINE 603.970 CRANKCASE OIL BAFFLE REPLACEMENT AND INSTALLATION


The rear crankcase oil baffle on the models listed below must be replaced with a modified version during the vehicles next scheduled maintenance or repair visit.

Important: Check if work has already been performed. Modified engines are identified by a white paint mark next to the engine number. These engines are not affected by this S.I.

Effective Serial Number Range

Model Engine From Chassis To Chassis From Engine End To Engine End
End Number End Number Number Number

126.134/135 603.970 A 507554 A 596893 000001 002203


Note: During repair procedures, an additional front crankcase oil baffle must be installed on engines produced before engine end number 001991.

The procedure for replacing and/or installing oil baffles and all applicable parts and labor information is described in the attached Work Instruction number 270, Group 01.


In Case of Warranty

Operation: Crankcase oil baffle, install (includes engine compartment cover R&R).

Damage Code Operation Number Time Model(s)


01 900 02 7 02-0166 3.5 hrs. 78/79




Note: Do not use Time Guide fiche operation number 01-7500. Operation number 01-7500 will be revised shortly.